Recently,global e-commerce giant Amazon released its2025 peak season logistics policy, setting the framework for the most critical sales season of the second half of the year.

For millions of sellers, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the Christmas shopping peak are key periods to boost annual sales, as well as a comprehensive test in dealing with platform policy changes, shifts in consumer behavior, and fierce competition.

 

Peak Season Logistics Policy Announced, Delivery Fees Remain Flat but Inbound Requirements Are Stricter

To help sellers plan ahead, Amazon has clarified the2025 peak season delivery fee implementation window: starting from October 15 and ending on January 14 of the following year, lasting three months.

This fee applies to all products usingFBA, Amazon Logistics Remote Fulfillment, US Multi-Channel Fulfillment (MCF), and Buy with Prime services.

Compared to last year, the fee standards for the US and Canada sites remain stable this time, with no additional increase pressure.

This policy means sellers will not face unexpected increases when calculating logistics costs. Amazon also announced that for single-point inbound shipments that meet size/weight standards for large items, the inbound configuration service fee will be reduced by an average of $0.58 per item.

However, Amazon has implemented stricter requirements for the inbound process. Officially announced, for shipments not using Amazon Global Logistics (AGL) or Amazon SEND services (including cross-border and domestic), the "Estimated Delivery Window" has been greatly shortened from the original 14 days to 7 days. This means sellers must plan logistics more precisely, with much less margin for error.

 

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Inbound Deadline Released, Tight Stocking Window

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday approaching, Amazon has announced theAWD (Amazon Distribution Network) and FBA inbound deadlines. The platform recommends sellers complete inbound of core products in August-September to avoid missing sales opportunities due to delays.

This stocking window is tighter than in previous years. Amazon also suggests sellers closely monitor the"Capacity Manager," adjust inventory based on actual sales, promptly clear redundant products, and apply for extra storage capacity when needed.

In terms of inventory management, Amazon recommends using theAWD warehousing solution. The advantages are significant: peak season storage fees are 80% lower than FBA and there are no storage capacity limits.

Additionally, if the automatic replenishment function is enabled, sellers can also enjoy a10% discount, providing sellers with more options.

 

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday Have Huge Sales Potential, but Consumers Are More Cautious

As the annual sales event for the cross-border e-commerce industry,“Black Friday and Cyber Monday” has always been a highly anticipated moment for cross-border sellers.

Black Friday 2025 is scheduled for Friday, November 28, and is expected to set new records. Forecasts show that US online spending for Black Friday 2025 may reach $12-12.5 billion, and global online spending may reach $80-82 billion.

This Black Friday, consumers' wallets are being locked by“chains.” Under inflationary pressure, non-essential spending is the first to be cut, and practicality and cost-effectiveness have become the golden rules of shopping.

The market trend has changed:30% of Americans admit they will reduce total spending. Another survey reveals even more extreme "thriftiness," with another 30% of consumers becoming "discount hunters," determined to only pay for the best deals.

Interestingly, in this“money-saving battle,” Generation X (37%) and Generation Z (35%) are at the forefront, becoming the main promotion chasers.

 

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Amazon sellers will face a more complex business environment this peak season,not only dealing with the pressure of rising platform fees, but also adapting to consumers' more cautious shopping attitudes.

As the AmazonAWD and FBA inbound deadlines approach, only those sellers who can precisely control costs, optimize operational efficiency, and provide real value will stand out in this year's peak season competition.

In the Black Friday and Cyber Monday preparation season, where challenges and opportunities coexist, sellers need to comprehensively assess their own situation and formulate scientific and reasonable sales strategies to achieve ideal results in the year-end promotions.